Maria Irene

Maria Irene is a journalist and author covering the Internet Computer Protocol, Bitcoin, DeFi, and the broader decentralised web. She is the founder and editor of LedgerLife.io, an independent, reader-funded publication dedicated to clear-eyed reporting on the ICP ecosystem and Web3 technology. She is the author of two books: Money Without Masters: The Story of Crypto (Amazon) and The World Computer: Decentralised Computing and the Rise of the Internet Computer Protocol (Amazon). Her work focuses on making complex blockchain technology accessible without losing precision or depth.
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DOM wallet launches District Explorer for Bitcoin block artwork

The DOM wallet has launched a new District Explorer that allows anyone to explore Bitcoin blocks as individual districts, bringing together artwork, block information...

Liquidium and Ledn offer different ways to borrow against Bitcoin

Bitcoin holders looking to access funds without selling their BTC can consider different lending models, with Liquidium and Ledn taking notably different approaches. Liquidium offers...

ICPay expands token support and promotes on-chain custody model

ICPay says more than 18 tokens have now been issued through its platform, with token creators able to refuel their token canisters directly through...

Internet Computer added to CF Web 3.0 Smart Contract Platforms Index

Internet Computer (ICP) has been added to the CF Web 3.0 Smart Contract Platforms Index as part of a correction to the index’s September...
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Coinbase’s ‘Base’ Bravado and the Tale of ‘Bald’ and ‘Burning Brian’:...

Maria Irene As cryptocurrencies continue to evolve and proliferate, two significant events recently made waves in the cryptosphere, highlighting both the tantalizing promise and perilous...
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Avalanche’s Roaring July: From One Million to 20 Million, Uniswap’s Debut,...

July 2023 proved to be an exhilarating ride for Avalanche, characterized by remarkable growth and key strategic partnerships, consolidating its place as a preeminent...
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Binance Hits a Home Run in Dubai: First to Score an...

In a world-first, Binance, the leading virtual asset exchange, has been awarded an Operational Minimum Viable Product (MVP) License from Dubai's Virtual Asset Regulatory...
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Rug-pull, FTX, and a Bald Twist: The Cryptic Chaos Unearthed in...

Maria Irene In a tale stranger than fiction, Sam Bankman, known for his alleged role in one of the largest scams ever perpetrated in the...
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Bitcoin SV (BSV): Transforming Enterprise Blockchain Solutions with Sustainability and Scalability

The blockchain landscape has witnessed numerous innovations over the years, and among them stands Bitcoin SV (BSV), an enterprise-grade blockchain that has successfully delivered...
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“Burning Brian” Sculpting the Meme Token Terrain on BASE

Maria Irene Ethereum Layer-2 (L2) ecosystem is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with new projects and tokens emerging by the hour. These dynamic opportunities are...